Working Title: SNA Communications Outreach Student Worker
Job Class: Student Worker Para Professional Senior
Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources
Job ID : 90762
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Part-Time (20 hours per week)
Regular/Temporary : Limited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 12/18/2025
Closing Date : 1/7/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources
Division/Unit : Division of Ecological & Water Resources
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes, 10%
Salary Range: $19.85 - $23.61 / hourly
Classified Status : Unclassified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 207 - Technical/AFSCME
Work Area : Division of Ecological & Water Resources Central Office
End Date : 1/1/2028
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
Passionate about the outdoors and conserving natural places? Interested in joining a workforce of conservation professionals? At the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Ecological and Water Resources Division (EWR), we work to protect and manage our state's natural heritage, and this position is an important part of that mission. This position exists to assist the DNR's Scientific and Natural Areas (SNA) Unit and its Native Prairie Bank (NPB) outreach initiatives relating to communications, primarily social media and email marketing (via a quarterly newsletter). Content creation may include writing/editing, photography, video, and audio through research or in-person fieldwork.
Minimum Qualifications
To be eligible for appointment as a Student Worker, you must be a student enrolled in an educational program or planning to enroll within three months. Students may be "off" for the summer or for one semester/quarter and remain employed as student workers, but such absences cannot exceed one semester/quarter in a year. As a student, you must be enrolled in a post-secondary or graduate program. If a student is enrolled at a credit-granting institution, he/she must carry at least six semesters (nine quarter) credits. If enrolled at a non-credit granting institution or one that only offers one credit per class, a student must be taking two or more classes per semester/quarter. Any lesser credit (class) load shall be treated as a semester/quarter off. Graduate students must be enrolled in at least two courses or making progress on a dissertation. You will be asked to complete an Educational Verification form prior to appointment.
Additional Qualifications:
Completion of two years of post-secondary coursework in communications, outreach, marketing, or a natural resources field.
Knowledge of basic natural resource or ecological concepts relevant to public communication
Ability to learn specific natural resources details about Scientific and Natural Area administered units
Ability to write clear, accurate, and audience-appropriate content for outreach or educational purposes.
Ability to work independently, manage time, and complete assigned tasks with limited supervision.
Ability to gather, interpret, and organize natural resource information from credible sources.
Ability to seek out and compile information and research in support of project goals and activities.
Familiarity with common social media platforms and functions (e.g., posting, engagement features) and how they are used for outreach and public communications.
Ability to learn and follow agency expectations for public-facing communication, including tone, clarity, and accuracy.
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with Microsoft office products and content creation tools (e.g., Photoshop, Acrobat, Canva, etc.)
Ability to create digital and promotional communications. Familiarity with design, photography, and video.
Ability to produce video content with Adobe Premiere Pro/Rush.
Ability to administer social media channels.
Awareness of email marketing (e.g., GovDelivery, MailChimp, etc.).
Ability to collect natural resource content in various weather conditions and varied terrain.
Additional Requirements
This position requires an unrestricted Class D Driver's license with a clear driving record.
Applicants must have the ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1B status).
It is policy of the Department of Natural Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:
Conflict of Interest Review
Criminal History Check
Education Verification
Employment Reference / Records Check
License / Certification Verification
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
